Stormwater discharge permits are required for certain activities by U.S. EPA regulations at 40 CFR § 122.26(b)(14). In compliance with this regulation, the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) has issued several General Permits for stormwater discharges. Notices of Intent (applications for permit coverage), Notices of Termination, Fees, and other correspondence should be mailed to:

Stormwater Coordinator
Bureau of Water Pollution Control
Nevada Division of Environmental Protection
901 South Stewart Street, Suite 4001
Carson City NV 89701-5249

Fee amounts, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's), and additional information about the different General Permits and programs can be found by selecting one of the links listed below.

  Stormwater General Permits and Associated Information
Construction Sites --greater than 1 Acre
Industrial Permit
Mining Permit
Large Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems
Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems

Continuation of Coverage — NDEP's General Permits that have expired will remain in effect until reissued (NAC 445A.241). Coverage obtained under the existing permits will continue under the reissued permits.

More Information — Contact of NDEP's Carson City office @ (775) 687-9429 or a Stormwater Attendant @ (775) 687-9430

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